Blog : Shopfitting

We’ve all heard the phrase “pretty as a picture”. Often, it refers to lovely young women or perhaps bucolic sunset scenes. These days, however, it also refers to food, especially considering the use of foodie pics on platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat, and more.

These days, when travelers search for a hotel or inn for a holiday stay, they hope they’ll find one that includes breakfast and maybe afternoon tea as part of the package. Hotels that include a free breakfast are popular with tourists, especially those traveling with a family. It saves money and is ultra-convenient as there’s no need to exit the lodging in order to enjoy the morning meal.

So, you’re starting a bricks-and-mortar business but can’t afford a very large space. That’s okay! That’s the way many retailers get their start…and then they grow. But small retail spaces certainly can be tricky when it comes to design ideas and you may be stumped as to how to make your space look larger and more welcoming than it is.

The store-within-a-store concept is becoming more and more popular with retailers. You’ll see them popping up everywhere as retailers begin to partner with other retailers to add yet another way to increase their bottom line profits AND stimulate traffic as well.

It’s a standard phrase in real estate. Location, location, location! Whether you’re buying a house or opening a store, a great retail location is paramount. In the world of retail, there are several items to consider when scouting for a place to hang your proverbial shingle.

Pop-up shops are all the rage! These temporary stores have become quite a trend and are being embraced by companies large and small. The goal, most retailers say, is to use these short term stores to create a long-term impression.

They are great for promoting your brand and many wind up being quite unique, creating a shopping experience that customers will remember.

If you’re like most of us these days, you spend far more time “plugged in” than “unplugged”. A 2015 poll done by the folks at Nielsen concluded that the average Australian spends about 24 hours a week online, and that number tripled in just a few years’ time and is destined to do the same within the next two years.

If you own a shop in the city centre – in particular a clothing store – you may be thinking that you’d like to design your store so that it truly represents an urban vibe. Indeed, urban décor is in, but you don’t have to repeat what everyone else is doing if you have a shop fitting team that is clever and willing to help you create a city look that’s truly your own.

A good shop fit out costs a fair amount of money. That’s the truth. Anyone who thinks they’re going to dive into designing their store for just pennies on the dollar is mistaken, especially if they want to design a pleasant spot that’s attractive to their customers.